Black Pussy Willow Live Plant 16-20 in - Salix gracilistyla 'Melanostachys' in Half Gallon Pot
About This Plant
Black Pussy Willow (Salix gracilistyla 'Melanostachys') is a deciduous ornamental shrub prized for its dramatic dark catkins that appear in late winter and early spring. It features green foliage and an upright multi-stem habit, offering year-round garden interest as a specimen, border plant, or landscape accent.
What You Will Receive
1 well-rooted Black Pussy Willow plant, approximately 16–20 inches tall, established in a half-gallon nursery container. The healthy live shrub is ready for planting and carefully packaged for safe delivery. Free shipping included.
- Common Name: Black Pussy Willow
- Scientific Name: Salix gracilistyla 'Melanostachys'
- Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental shrub
- Container Size: Half Gallon
- Plant Height at Shipping: 16–20 inches
- Catkin Color: Black to Deep Purple
- Foliage Color: Green
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-draining
Growing Information
- Watering Needs: Moderate to high
- USDA Hardiness Zone: 4–8
- Mature Height: 6–10 feet
- Mature Spread: 4–8 feet
- Growth Habit: Upright multi-stem shrub
- Season Interest: Late winter, spring
- Garden Use: Specimen planting, borders, landscape accent
Live Plant Notice
Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.
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